History · Sources of Modern Indian History
UGC NET December 2024 History
In which year did the British Parliament pass an Act for establishing High Courts of Judicature in India?
A1858
B1861 ✓ Correct
C1862
D1860
Correct answer: (B) 1861 — The answer is 1861.
Explanation
★The answer is 1861.
★In 1858 the East India Company was abolished and direct Crown rule was introduced.
★The Crown passed the uniform penal and procedure codes.
★In this vein the Indian High Courts Act was passed by the British Parliament in 1861.
★It empowered the three Presidencies to establish a High Court.
★So the Act came in 1861.
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